I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Food
Locally-Sourced Meals
I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 8 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day that I do this.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Food
Visit a Local Farm
I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.
COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Energy
Adjust the Thermostat
I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.
COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS
Participant Feed
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I'm dong better at the challenge than I am at logging in. Been nursing our dog, Gomer. He had a lump removal surgery and he's feeling much better. It's great that he's on the mend but keeping him still is the challenge now. Loving the fall weather, the colors of the trees, the chill in the air. It will be nice when Gomer's stiches come out and we can resume our longer daily walks. Couldn't believe I was still harvesting things from my garden as of Oct. 23rd!
Hi Team! I'm loving the warm fall weather even though it's unnerving because I'm still eating beans, tomatoes, kale, chard, onions and peppers from our garden! I also love watching the trees change and get out every day for a walk with the dog. I have been really doing great with the challenges, just not great about updating them everyday.
